For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 914 students in 55122, MN.
The top-ranked public middle school in 55122, MN is Black Hawk Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 55122 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Minnesota public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 49% statewide average). Middle schools in 55122, MN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Minnesota public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 55122, MN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Black Hawk Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1540 Deerwood Dr
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-8521
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 683-8521
Gr: 6-8 | 900 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Innovation Sci & Tech Middle School
Charter School
3397 Coon Rapids Blvd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(763) 339-0642
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(763) 339-0642
Gr: 6-7 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 93%
55122, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Burnsville Extended Day Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Road
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Gr: K-9
Cedar Outpatient Speech Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2140 Diffley Rd.
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4001
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4001
Gr: PK | 9 students
Cedar School, Dhoh,e.c. Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2140 Diffley Rd.
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3090
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-3090
Gr: PK | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Minnesota Valley Adult Diploma High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2140 Diffley Road
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4034
Gr: 12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Vale Educational Center (Closed 2012)
Special Education School
2144 Diffley Rd
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4000
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(952) 707-4000
Gr: K-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Youth Transition Program (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
3920 Sibley Memorial Hwy
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 423-8503
Saint Paul, MN 55122
(651) 423-8503
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 55122, MN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 55122, MN include Black Hawk Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 55122?
2 public middle schools are located in 55122.
What is the racial composition of students in 55122?
55122 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Minnesota public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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